Category: Workplace Injuries

The oil and gas industry is one of the most dangerous sectors in the country. Oil field accidents result in hundreds of serious injuries and dozens of fatalities every year, and the numbers only continue to grow. In Texas, the statistics are even worse. A whopping 40% of the nation’s oil field deaths occur in…

If you have been injured on the job, your initial consultation with an attorney is important, but can be very intimidating. Here are 5 workplace accident investigation questions your attorney is sure to ask, so record your answers while they are fresh in your memory. 5 Workplace Accident Investigation Questions 1. What happened? This sounds…

Unfortunately, not all employers carry workers’ comp insurance, and even if they do, it sometimes doesn’t cover all types of injuries. If you’re hurt on the job and workers’ comp won’t help, it may be time to take legal action and file a work injury claim.

Gathering evidence for a San Antonio workplace injury lawyer to evaluate can be a delicate process. The company against which you’re gathering proof of your injury likely has you under a microscope, and while you’re building a claim, chances are good they’re also quietly organizing to defeat it. Or, at least, to pay out as…

I injured my back at work, what’s next? We are! As your personal injury attorneys, we can help file your claim, gather evidence, & represent your interests. Back injuries are serious. They cause endless pain and suffering, they keep you away from work for extended periods of time, and they require regular medical treatment and…

Filing a workplace injury claim is the first step towards easing a great deal of emotional suffering for the victim of an accident. There is often no way to avoid much of the mental and physical suffering caused by injuries. However, it’s always possible to take some of the stress and confusion out of filing…

OSHA has standards and regulations for all employers, no matter what industry they’re a part of. There are, however, a few sectors considered more dangerous than most. For these, OSHA has created industry-specific safety standards all employers must follow. One such industry is construction. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 4 percent of…

Accidents, by their very nature, happen unexpectedly. They often prove to be traumatic and can cause great upheaval in an individual’s life. Construction accidents can be especially life-changing. If you or someone in your family has been involved in one of these accidents, engaging a Texas construction site accident attorney may be the best course…